Applying the Top 10 New Features and Functions
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in AutoCAD 2012
David Cohn
Technical Publishing Manager, 4D Technologies
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Class Summary
In this class, we will look at the most significant new features in AutoCAD 2012,
including associative arrays, in-canvas viewport control, UCS enhancements,
drawing views, multi-functional grips, and AutoComplete command entry. We will
look at how they work, how to best apply them to typical workflows, and how these
new features impact Autodesk product certification exam topics and objectives.
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Learning Objectives
At the end of this class, you will be able to:
 Prepare for the AutoCAD certification exams
 Create associative arrays
 Use the new drawing view tools
 Use multi-functional grips
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User Interface Changes
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AutoComplete Command Entry
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Makes it easy to start commands and system variables
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Works in command window or dynamic input field
 AutoCAD automatically completes the entry
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In-Canvas Viewport Controls
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Located in upper-left of each viewport
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Change viewport settings
 Select views
 Control visual styles
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Turn On Toolbars
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Easy way to enable toolbars
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No longer need to switch to AutoCAD Classic workspace
 New tool in the View ribbon
 Toolbars work just like in earlier versions
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UCS Enhancements
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Directly manipulate the UCS
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Right-click on the UCS
 Click on the UCS to display grips
 Use multi-functional grips to adjust the UCS
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Multi-Functional Grips
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Multi-Functional Grips
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Grips have been extended to more AutoCAD objects:
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Lines, arcs, elliptical arcs, dimensions, mleaders, 3D faces, edges, and vertices
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Associative Arrays
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Associative Arrays
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Can now create three types of arrays:
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Rectangular, Polar, and Path
Maintain relationship between arrayed objects
Array objects in 2D and 3D
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Model Documentation
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Model Documentation
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Automatically generate drawing views
Instantly update views when objects change
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Adjust scale
 Adjust display
 Import
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models from applications including:
Pro/Engineer®
CATIA ®
Solidworks ®
NX ®
Rhinoceros ®
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Inventor Fusion
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Inventor Fusion
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Experience the benefits of easy-to-use 3D in the native DWG™ format.
Tight integration enables quick transfer between AutoCAD and Inventor Fusion
environments
Flexibly edit and validate models from almost any source, including:
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Pro/Engineer®
CATIA®
Solidworks®
NX®
Rhinoceros®
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Sharing Drawings
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DWG Convert
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Batch convert multiple drawings
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Create and save lists of drawings
 Save them to earlier versions of AutoCAD
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AutoCAD WS
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Stay connected to your designs on the web or from your mobile device.
Access designs directly from the AutoCAD 2012 user interface.
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Other Improvements
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Other Improvements
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OVERKILL command
 COPY command Array option
 Preview for 2D fillets and chamfers
 BLEND command
 Improvements to JOIN command
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Certification Exams
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What are the certification exams?
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Two different exams
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Certified Associate ($75 – or free at AU)
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30 multiple choice questions
 Passing score: 72% (22 correct)
 Maximum time allowed: 60 minutes
 Answer based on knowledge
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Certified Professional ($125 – or free at AU)
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20 multiple choice questions
Passing score: 76% (16 right)
Must also have passed Certified Associate exam
Maximum time allowed: 90 minutes
Answer based on performing a task to find the answer
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What’s on the Certified Associate exam?
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What’s on the Certified Professional exam?
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Studying for the Exam
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Visit http://www.autodesk.com/certification
Take Matt Murphy’s AU Virtual class:
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(CM5033) Mastering the Skills: The Ultimate Autodesk Certification Preparation Guide Revealed!
Take the 4D Technologies certification preparation course
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FREE
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 Coupon Code: AUCERT2011
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